Unleash your creativity with modern blackwork embroidery, a twist on a classic backstitch technique. These mesmerizing designs evoke the intricate patterns of contemporary zentangle patterns, but are made with thread.
Spend an hour each week stitching in this fun hand embroidery sampler class, held online via Zoom. We are going to make wool felt needle books, a classic sewing notion to store your needles and pins. You can choose from three different designs: Dog, Cat or Rabbit. This is an 11 week class, starting April 11, 2024. Class will be held Thursdays from 12-1 pm Central time. NOTE: This is the live Zoom version of the class. Your registration in this live version also includes access to the pre-recorded on-demand version of this class. The on-demand lessons parallel the live class, so if you need to miss a live session or need a refresher, you can catch up with the recorded version. Instructions on how to access the recorded sessions will be provided at the first class session. Class dates: April 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23, (no class May 30), June 6, 13, 20, 27. Each week, you will learn a new stitch and complete a section of the needle book. The finished books are 2.5 x 3.5 inches with a snap closure and three felt pages for storing needles. The class registration includes a kit [read more...]
Tips, techniques and words of wisdom from a long-time Etsy Seller about what it takes to run an Etsy shop and sell your art online. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the technical side of running your shop, creating shipping profiles and what it takes to manage an online storefront. We’ll also talk about search strategies and pitfalls to help your shop get started on the right foot.
Unleash your creativity with modern blackwork embroidery, a twist on a classic backstitch technique. These mesmerizing designs evoke the intricate patterns of contemporary zentangle patterns, but are made with thread.